How to Fix HP Envy 6055 Flashing Amber Bar E0

Quick Diagnosis

A flashing amber status light bar on the HP Envy 6055 accompanied by error code E0 on the small LCD screen indicates a physical cartridge carriage stall or carriage jam, preventing the cartridges from sliding freely.

Technical diagnostic blueprint diagram for the HP Envy 6055 showing symptoms of Flashing Amber Bar E0.

Step-by-Step Resolution

  1. 1

    Unplug the power cable from the back of the printer while the machine is turned on.

  2. 2

    Open the ink cartridge access door by lifting it from the side notches.

  3. 3

    Inspect the physical print carriage path for jammed paper, crumpled sheets, or plastic tape.

  4. 4

    With the power unplugged, carefully slide the cartridge carriage by hand from side to side; if it snags, check for physical obstructions on the rail.

  5. 5

    Inspect the ink cartridge latch brackets; ensure both the black and color cartridges are pushed firmly into their slots and the clip latches are clicked down completely.

  6. 6

    Clean the copper contacts on the cartridge and inside the slot with a lint-free cloth if contacts are dirty.

  7. 7

    Close the cartridge access door, plug the power cord directly into a wall outlet, and turn on the printer.

Alternative Causes & Edge Cases

  • On the HP Envy 6455, a flashing amber bar can also indicate a physical paper feeder roller jam in the automatic document feeder (ADF) tray at the top.
  • On the HP Envy Pro 6452, error E0 will trigger if the physical paper output sensor flag is blocked or dislodged from its mounting channel.